LEH, MARCH 27: Chief Justice of India (CJI), Justice Surya Kant, arrived in Leh today on an official visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Upon his arrival, His Lordship was accorded a warm reception by the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, and Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Arun Palli, along with other Judges of the High Court. The reception was also attended by senior dignitaries, including the Chief Secretary of Ladakh, the Director General of Police, Ladakh, General Officer Commanding 14 Corps, Registrar General, and senior officers from the civil administration, judiciary, Army, and police.
Chief Justice of India was presented with a ceremonial Guard of Honour, followed by a traditional welcome showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Ladakh. Thereafter, His Lordship interacted with the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, Hon’ble Judges, and senior district officials of Leh.
During the visit, Justice Surya Kant is scheduled to inaugurate the newly constructed District Court Complexes at Leh and Kargil, along with the office of the Ladakh Legal Services Authority, which will ensure enhanced access to justice with state-of-the-art facilities. A Mega Legal Services Camp and Awareness Programme is also being organised as part of the visit, aimed at enhancing legal awareness and outreach among the local population.
This visit is also a sequel to the North Zone conference held in July, 2025 at SKICC, Srinagar, on the theme “Reaffirming the Constitutional Vision of Justice for Defence Personnel & Tribals: Bridging the Gaps”. In this regard, His Lordship shall be interacting with Army personnel to further strengthen institutional engagement and address their legal concerns.
The visit marks a significant step towards strengthening judicial infrastructure and promoting access to justice in the remote and challenging terrains of Ladakh. It underscores the continued commitment of the judiciary to ensure inclusive and effective justice delivery across all regions.
